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Jed Nykolle Harme
Editor
With over six years of experience in the journalism industry, Jed Nykolle is a freelance writer, community journalist, and editor specializing in fintech, technology, science, and news, with a soft spot for travel and feature SEO stories. When she’s not chasing deadlines, she’s probably writing poems, getting lost in beaches, or hiking mountains in search of the perfect sunset.

Stories by Jed

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DataX Connect launches 2025 global data centre salary survey
Today
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critical infrastructure
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pd
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employee retention
DataX Connect has launched its 2025 survey to reveal detailed salary and career trends for data centre professionals in Europe and the US.
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Outpost24 identifies key OAuth risks & best practice solutions
Today
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application security
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
Outpost24 reveals seven common OAuth risks and offers best practices to help organisations prevent unauthorised access and data breaches through better token security.
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Checkmarx appoints Scott Gainey as Chief Marketing Officer
Yesterday
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firewalls
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application security
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partner programmes
Checkmarx has appointed Scott Gainey as Chief Marketing Officer to lead global marketing amid growing demand for its AI-driven application security solutions.
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Azerbaijan leads rise in European travel bookings amid new trends
Yesterday
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aviation
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amadeus
Azerbaijan leads a 26% surge in European air travel bookings, with rising interest in emerging destinations reshaping traveller preferences, says new report.
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Trilliant unveils analytics platform to cut utility losses
Yesterday
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smart cities
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data analytics
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hyperscale
Trilliant launches cloud-independent Analytics as a Service to help utilities cut energy losses by enhancing data analysis, forecasting and decision-making.
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INSHUR appoints Tal Brener & Mark Dennis to drive growth
Yesterday
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uber
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cfo
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m&a
INSHUR appoints Tal Brener as CFO and Mark Dennis as COO Europe to boost growth after hitting one million UK policies and 25 million Amazon Pay-as-you-Flex hours.
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Ecommpay launches free pack to boost eCommerce accessibility
Yesterday
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cx
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martech
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api
Ecommpay has launched a free Accessibility Pack to help eCommerce merchants improve website accessibility and boost inclusivity in online shopping.
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Desktop PC sales surge in Europe, AI-ready notebooks gain ground
2 days ago
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ai
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pc market
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analyst report
Desktop PC sales in Europe rose 22% in early Q2 2025, outpacing notebooks, as AI-ready notebooks gain momentum amid commercial refresh cycles.
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Ian Tickle named Chief of Global Field Operations at Freshworks
2 days ago
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saas
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cx
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martech
Ian Tickle has been named Chief of Global Field Operations at Freshworks, advancing from interim to lead the company’s global sales and expansion efforts.
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Superlab Suisse to open new lab at Campus Biotech Geneva
2 days ago
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entrepreneurship
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startup ecosystem
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biotech
Superlab Suisse will open its fourth Swiss lab at Geneva’s Campus Biotech by January 2026, offering flexible space for biotech startups in the growing life sciences hub.
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AI & automation boost value of retail analysts amid old hurdles
3 days ago
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ai
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pwc
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excel
AI and automation boost retail analysts' roles and job satisfaction, but outdated data methods still hinder full benefits, says new Alteryx report.
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UK holidaymakers boost spending, start trips with smarter deals
3 days ago
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sales
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online shopping
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summer sale
Nearly 80% of UK holidaymakers boost pre-trip spending, favouring clothing and travel gear, with shoppers seeking smart deals and value for money.
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Data diode market to reach USD $919.29 million by 2034
3 days ago
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firewalls
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digital transformation
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network security
The data diode market is set to nearly double to USD $919.29 million by 2034, driven by rising cyber threats and regulatory demands across sectors.
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UK councils report 12,700 data breaches with GBP £268,000 paid
3 days ago
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data protection
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breach prevention
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data privacy
UK Metropolitan Councils reported over 12,700 data breaches in three years, paying more than GBP £268,000 in compensation claims.
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UK finance teams face delays as expense management stays manual
3 days ago
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financial systems
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xero
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sage
Nearly one in three UK employees are regularly chased for missing receipts, highlighting ongoing delays as finance teams rely on manual expense management processes.
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Ecommpay shortlisted for best eCommerce payment solution award
3 days ago
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fintech
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payment technologies
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mastercard
Ecommpay has been shortlisted for the Best eCommerce Payment Solution at the 2025 eCommerce Awards, highlighting its innovative payment journey improvements.
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AI model boosts road safety & legal awareness for Australians
3 days ago
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cx
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martech
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ai
Right2Drive has launched an AI-driven tool to boost Australian drivers' awareness of road safety laws, accident claims, and legal rights for improved safety and understanding.
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Moonpig launches in Australia with local cards, tech & gifts
3 days ago
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cleantech
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sustainability
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christmas
Moonpig has launched in Australia, offering personalised cards and curated gifts printed locally in Melbourne and Sydney, with delivery via Australia Post.
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UK IT leaders voice concerns over data sovereignty risks
3 days ago
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digital strategy
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data sovereignty
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civo
A survey of 1,000+ UK IT leaders revealed 83% fear geopolitical risks may threaten control over their data and 61% prioritise data sovereignty strategically.
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Nelson’s digital education shift spotlighted at London forums
4 days ago
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edutech
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e-learning
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learning
Nelson CEO Steve Brown discusses digital learning’s future and education’s transformation at key London forums, highlighting the firm’s shift to tech-driven teaching.